Raw Materials Planning Manager

SanMar- External; Montebello (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 120,750; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and 视

401k plan and matches

Life insurance

Short/long-term disability coverage

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

BELLA+CANVAS, based in the Los Angeles area, seeks a Raw Materials Planning Manager to oversee fabric sourcing and end-to-end material flow. You will balance demand forecasting with inventory management, coordinating with mills and product teams to ensure uninterrupted supply and quality.

You will analyze usage, develop forecasts, and optimize replenishment while managing supplier relationships and KPI performance. This onsite role requires collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in fabric sourcing, raw materials planning, or apparel supply chain roles.
• Experience in apparel or activewear manufacturing is preferred.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP/PLM systems (e.g., FDM4, Anaplan, Centric, etc.) is preferred.
• Knowledge of global sourcing and logistics timelines is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure fabrics and raw materials aligned with product and production needs.
• Manage relationships with domestic and offshore mills, ensuring quality, reliability, and scalability.
• Negotiate pricing, capacity, lead times, and MOQs to support margin and production goals.
• Partner with product development and technical teams on fabric approvals and performance standards.
• Develop and manage raw material forecasts based on demand plans, sales trends, and production schedules.
• Own fabric capacity planning with mills to support replenishment and new production needs and minimize stockouts.
• Monitor inventory levels, aging stock, and excess/obsolete materials.
• Align material planning with production schedules and capacity constraints.
• Issue and track purchase orders, ensuring on-time delivery of materials.
• Partner closely with production, planning, and logistics teams to align material flow with factory schedules.
• Drive replenishment strategies for high-volume basics (e.g., jersey, fleece, rib).
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks (delays, shortages, quality issues).
• Analyze fabric consumption, usage trends, and cost drivers.
• Track KPIs such as on-time delivery, inventory turns, and material cost variance.
• Provide recommendations to optimize sourcing strategies and inventory efficiency.
• Maintain accurate data in ERP/PLM systems for materials, orders, and inventory.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fabric sourcing

Raw materials planning

Vendor management

Negotiation

Global sourcing

ERP/MRP/PLM knowledge

Tools

ERP/MRP/PLM systems

FDM4

Anaplan

Centric

Job description

At SanMar, the work you do makes a difference.

Why Bella+Canvas?

At BELLA+CANVAS, we’re not just making apparel - we’re defining a category. Our mission is to lead the fashion blanks industry and empower the creators who shape culture everywhere. We produce premium blank canvases for print partners and the communities they serve, so every idea can be worn, expressed, and amplified with confidence. With a legacy born from our headquarters in Los Angeles, we operate at the intersection of innovation and entrepreneurship. We’re the brand behind the t-shirt movement and we believe our blanks are more than garments - they’re the blueprint for creativity. We move with an Olympian mindset - driven, resilient, and always pushing for better. “Be Different” isn’t just our motto; it’s the standard.

At BELLA+CANVAS, we’re not just making apparel - we’re defining a category. Our mission is to lead the fashion blanks industry and empower the creators who shape culture everywhere. We produce premium blank canvases for print partners and the communities they serve, so every idea can be worn, expressed, and amplified with confidence. With a legacy born from our headquarters in Los Angeles, we operate at the intersection of innovation and entrepreneurship. We’re the brand behind the t-shirt movement and we believe our blanks are more than garments - they’re the blueprint for creativity. We move with an Olympian mindset - driven, resilient, and always pushing for better. “Be Different” isn’t just our motto; it’s the standard.

Overview

The Raw Materials Planning Manager is a highly analytical and strategic role that manages the end-to-end lifecycle of fabric and raw material procurement. This role is responsible for ensuring uninterrupted material flow, from mill to production, by balancing demand forecasting, inventory management, and supplier partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure fabrics and raw materials aligned with product and production needs.
• Manage relationships with domestic and offshore mills, ensuring quality, reliability, and scalability.
• Negotiate pricing, capacity, lead times, and MOQs to support margin and production goals.
• Partner with product development and technical teams on fabric approvals and performance standards.
• Develop and manage raw material forecasts based on demand plans, sales trends, and production schedules.
• Own fabric capacity planning with mills to support both replenishment and new production needs and minimize stockouts.
• Monitor inventory levels, aging stock, and excess/obsolete materials.
• Align material planning with production schedules and capacity constraints.
• Issue and track purchase orders, ensuring on-time delivery of materials.
• Partner closely with production, planning, and logistics teams to align material flow with factory schedules.
• Drive replenishment strategies for high-volume basics (e.g., jersey, fleece, rib).
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks (delays, shortages, quality issues).
• Analyze fabric consumption, usage trends, and cost drivers.
• Track KPIs such as on-time delivery, inventory turns, and material cost variance.
• Provide recommendations to optimize sourcing strategies and inventory efficiency.
• Maintain accurate data in ERP/PLM systems for materials, orders, and inventory.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of experience in fabric sourcing, raw materials planning, or apparel supply chain roles, or equivalent education
• Experience in apparel or activewear manufacturing is preferred
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP/PLM systems (e.g., FDM4, Anaplan, Centric, etc.) is preferred
• Knowledge of global sourcing and logistics timelines is preferred
• Strong understanding of textile construction, lead times, and sourcing processes
• Experience managing high-volume replenishment programs
• Strong negotiation and vendor management experience

WHAT’S our offer?

Salary Range: You`ll earn between $84,179 - $120,750 annually, depending on experience.

Bonus: You`ll be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus up to 10% of base salary.

Paid Time Off: You`ll accrue paid time off on a bi-weekly basis based on hours worked up to 112 hours per year to start. Employees also receive 8 paid holidays and 1 paid family day off.

Additional Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k plan and matches $1 for $1 up to 4% of earnings, matched & vested at every pay cycle
• Life insurance
• Short/long-term disability coverage
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Pet insurance

What Should You Expect?

B+C Office: Bella + Canvas' office is located in Montebello, CA in the Los Angeles metropolitan area. This role is onsite Monday through Friday, and our standard working hours are 9:00-6:00 PST. Periodic travel may be required. The employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods while working on a computer and participating in virtual and in-person meetings. Frequent use of hands for keyboarding and standard office equipment is required. Occasional standing, walking, and reaching may be needed to attend meetings or collaborate in an office setting. The role requires the ability to perform close visual work on a computer for extended periods. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10–15 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Why Work at SanMar?

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. They bring their talent, passion and dedication to work with them every day. Their hard work inspires us and gives us purpose. We love working here together.

Whether you work in our headquarters, from your home or in one of our distribution centers across North America, we believe that investing in you is just the right thing to do. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health and well-being, life balance, career growth and (eventually) retirement.

SanMar works with brands you already know, like Nike, The North Face and Brooks Brothers, as well as providing industry-leading private label apparel and accessories. Our people come to work excited to do their part, providing clothing that helps people feel that they’re a part of something special.

Here’s your chance to be a part of this story. If you’re ready to work in a place where your participation matters and your growth is a priority, we’re ready for you.

SanMar is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, whoever you love or follow in faith, whatever your disability or superpower status, whichever ethnicity or gender you identify with, you are welcome at SanMar.

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